Family/Matrimonial

Colleton Chambers impresses with its well-established practice in public and private law children matters. The Exeter-based set has a wealth of experience in non-accidental injuries, abuse, adoption and surrogacy cases. One source notes that the set "houses a number of excellent advocates who are diligent and dedicated."

"The family clerk always does his best to help and keeps in good communication throughout cases."

"Gareth Latchem is the dedicated family clerk at Colleton. He is extremely helpful and friendly. His responses are near-instant."

Christopher Godfrey focuses his practice on public children law work and devotes the majority of his time to care matters. He is also skilled at taking on private disputes involving child relocation and surrogacy. "Christopher Godfrey is very experienced and well-read when it comes to law. He knows what he is talking about."

Claire Wills-Goldingham KC is a highly experienced silk with extensive experience across both public and private children matters, including cases involving issues such as sexual abuse and non-accidental injury. She is additionally well versed in financial disputes regarding businesses and taxation implications. "Claire is pleasant to work with and is not afraid to tackle complex matters at short notice." "Claire Wills-Goldingham is an extremely knowledgeable and tenacious advocate."

Mark Whitehall specialises in taking on children law cases that involve complex medical evidence and serious injuries. He also has notable expertise in cases involving adoption and children being placed into care. "Mark Whitehall is very good. He is very experienced and well respected."